Automation/Tooling Inspector

Ahaus Tool & Engineering; Richmond (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ahaus Tool & Engineering, Inc. in Richmond, Indiana, seeks an advanced level Inspector for first shift. You will test and inspect parts across manufacturing stages, compile data, and help maintain quality and reliability.

The role requires interpreting drawings, selecting tests, and analyzing results to support continuous improvement. Join a team that values years of service, safety, and a family‑like environment, with opportunities to grow in a collaborative shop focused on tooling, automation,

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in an inspection or quality assurance role in manufacturing.
• Ability to operate PCDmis software, Cordax 1000, Cordax RS 150 DCC and Comparitor.
• Knowledge of micrometers, inspection tools, shop procedures, and tooling prints.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Interpret drawings, schematics, or formulas with engineering input to determine quality levels.
• Select/test at stages in production and assess dimensions, performance, and material characteristics.
• Record data and apply statistical quality control techniques.
• Evaluate data and write reports on deviations from requirements.
• Recommend modifications to achieve optimum quality within equipment limits.
• May perform destructive/nondestructive tests to measure performance.
• May prepare graphs or enter data for analysis.
• Support building workholding fixtures when inspection capacity allows.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Tools

PCDmis software

Cordax 1000

Cordax RS 150 DCC

Comparitor

Job description

Description

Have you ever wondered what it's like to work at a place where company culture is really important?

Well, at Ahaus, it's the lens through which we view everything we do. Besides great wages and benefits, we offer a supportive, family-first work environment that you won't find anywhere else. The average tenure of our phenomenal team of 100+ talented individuals is 10+ years, and we've got several folks who have been with us for 40+ years and counting- we believe that in itself speaks volumes. We couldn't be prouder of our team.

Thanks to the hard work of our team through the years, we're getting ready to celebrate our 80th anniversary. We've grown from a small tooling shop in a backyard here in Richmond, Indiana to a $30M+ tooling, engineering and custom automation firm- throughout that growth though, we've never lost our small business feel, where our leaders truly care about the people working for them and it shows. Sometimes our customers come to us looking for a specific production need and an idea of how to address it, and sometimes we hear the challenge and jump in from a blank slate to create the perfect solution.

Ahaus is well known for flexible start times Monday through Friday, generous paid time off, paid holidays, employee recognition and incentives, volunteer and outreach events, employee breakfasts and barbeques, pitch-ins, summer games, company outings, shared hobbies, and many other perks. It's precisely why Ahaus enjoys a reputation as a place people want to be.

Our people love their hobbies; from building cars, tractors, firearms, and robots to marksmanship and trap shooting, axe throwing, winemaking, cycling, restoring old furniture, music, and the arts. We have a team of diversely talented, skilled tradespeople, and we are always looking to welcome new talent if it's a good fit, not just for our organization, but for the prospective candidate too. If you're a team player who is looking for not just a job, but a place that you can build a long-term career, we'd love to hear from you.

We're currently searching for an advanced level Inspector at our tool & custom automation shop in Richmond, Indiana. This is a first-shift opportunity.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Tests and inspects products at various stages in the manufacturing process, as required, and compiles and evaluates statistical data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products. Assists in Workholding fixturing if inspection workload varies to create additional capacity.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Interpret engineering drawings, schematic diagrams, or formulas and confer with management or engineering staff, as required, to determine quality and reliability levels
• Select/test at specified stages in production process as required by quality system, and test products for variety of qualities, e.g., dimensions, performance and mechanical, electrical, or chemical characteristics
• Record test data, applying statistical quality control approaches
• Evaluate data and write reports to validate or indicate deviations from existing requirements
• Recommend modifications of existing quality or production standards to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability
• May set up and perform destructive/nondestructive tests on materials, parts, or products to measure performance, life, or material characteristics
• May prepare graphs/charts of data or enter data into computer for analysis.
• May specialize in particular area of quality control engineering, such as design, incoming material, process control, product evaluation, inventory control, product reliability, research and development, and administrative applications.
• Assists with building workholding fixtures when inspection capacity allows for flexibility with an “all hands on deck” mentality.
• Champion and model Ahaus’ core values in daily actions and decision-making.
• Foster a respectful, accountable, and collaborative team environment
• Exhibit regular and predictable attendance
• Other duties as assigned that may be required

Requirements

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5 years of experience in an inspection or quality assurance role, preferably within a tool shop or manufacturing environment
• Ability to operate PCDmis software, Cordax 1000, Cordax RS 150 DCC and Comparitor
• Knowledge relating to micrometers, inspection tools, shop procedures, and tooling prints
• Ability to exhibit effective written and verbal communication skills

Working Conditions And Physical Requirements

• Typical manufacturing environment with occasional exposure to higher levels of noise, dust, debris, and chemicals
• Standard physical hazards from moving equipment & machine parts
• May be required to climb stairs and ladders
• Must be able to push, pull, and/or lift up to 50 pounds

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Ahaus Tool & Engineering, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.